#patina

Is the "patina" on rusty tools just an expensive excuse for not cleaning your finds like a normal person?

Does "patina" just mean we're paying extra for someone else's dirt and neglect?

Are “patina chasers” just glorifying neglect to avoid paying for proper restoration?

Does “patina” really add value, or are we just making excuses for poor condition?

Does “patina” on old items just mean nobody cleaned it, and we’re lying to ourselves about loving it?

Does “patina” really mean “I paid triple for something that needs fixing”—or am I just not an enthusiast?

Does the "patina" look actually just mean someone didn't clean their stuff, and we're pretending it's taste?

Is it time to admit that "patina" is just a fancy word for neglect and decay?